misnomer [ˌmɪsˈnəʊmə(r)]
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基本释义
n.误称
英英释义
a name that does not suit what it refers to, or the use of such a name
参考例句
Herbal "tea" is something of a misnomer because these drinks contain no tea at all. 花草“茶”是一个误称,因为这类饮料里面根本不含茶。
Actually, " Underground " is a misnomer, because more than half the shops are above ground. 实际上,“ 地下 ” 这个名称用之不当,因为半数以上的店铺是在地面上的。
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